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Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1885
Page
4
The Globe announces a new series by Bill Nye, famed humorist, who spent weeks in Boston and Newland researching local institutions. Illustrations by C. W. D promise popular, widely read pieces across classes.
The Weekly Globe will begin Barbara's Triumphs next week. Fans of That Husband of Mine by the same author should subscribe early to receive all installments and form clubs to ensure timely continued publication.
The Globe seeks a young man or boy in every town without a local agent to canvass the area and look after the newspaper’s interests. Where only two or three subscribers exist, a new agent is welcomed to replace neglectful duties. Agents may solicit subscriptions alongside their regular work. Free posters and sample copies available on request.
The Missouri Democratic scene is described as divided between two factions “the kids” and “the colonels” with views on old flag praise and funding. Commentary notes Spain’s rejection of Foster’s Cuban treaty and concerns America may be shortchanged in treaties led by U.S. interests.
The passage argues that irregular procedure may seem to aid good aims but causes injustice repeatedly. It asserts that the right way remains the correct standard and must guide conduct to prevent harm and maintain integrity.
Secretary of State Bayard outlines three guiding maritime policies. Free ships make free goods. American flag protects cargo. Nonrecognition of paper lies and protection of citizens abroad. Enemies at sea acting under civilized war to be treated as foes, not pirates. He links these to past eras from Jefferson to Civil War and notes broad acceptance by nations after early American struggles. The administration pledges to reaffirm these principles.
Foreseeable summer arrivals of several comets excite mathematicians, professors, and the public. RE’s comet passed near Veriheli May 7 and Turrie’s comet, first seen in 1790, may visit for months. TEMBEL’s and OLBER’s comets, with long and notable histories, are awaited with anticipation for celestial events and discussions.
Reports claim KanakaAva of the Sandwich Islands sent an ambassador to the United States with powers to negotiate annexation. Minister Dacorrr heads the mission, while the plan remains undisclosed. The ruler governs about 80,000 people with a broad royal administration and four major orders.
The text discusses a proposed Crown of Hawaii with royal prestige extending to European monarchs and others. It envisions obtaining volcanic sulphur rights, using the crater area as a summer resort for invalids, and painting opportunities for artists while Hawaii remains under territorial government until population growth secures congressional representation.
A 1885 Grand Army encampment dissolves as veterans return home. The article praises their service and critiques universal pension plans, noting 250,000 unadjudicated claims and proposing eight-dollar monthly relief. It highlights the Veterans Rights Union, elects Comrade Samura Burperre as a notable Union soldier from a slave state, and recalls their wartime courage. It also presents detailed 1860 voter-to-army participation comparisons by state, stressing enduring Union loyalty across the North and border states.
Chicago, Cincinnati, St Louis and Boston commercial clubs just met here. President MacVEAGH urged wealth be used for general good and to lift trade to the level of noble human effort. He said free accumulation must aid public ends and that such aims would dignify business through universal beneficence.
A contemporary analysis reveals 2,859,132 Union soldiers served, with 2,390,... from the North. Delaware sent 74.8 percent of its 18 to 45 year olds, while other border states like Maryland and Kentucky contributed sizable shares. The record shows Southern slave states furnished a larger share than expected in the Union army.
A columnist argues for hiring post office staff by appearance and manners. Citing past political nominees, the piece endorses a Washington plan, led by Willis, to select subordinates for pleasing looks and temperament, preferring personal charm over tests. It praises noncrabby staff and compares to civil service models.
The United States and Great Britain agree via diplomatic correspondence that despite the Washington treaty’s expiration next Wednesday, all current fishing rights remain in force until January first. The extension aims to prevent losses and misunderstandings during the fishing season, with mutual but temporary gains. The piece argues the US should enter the next commission with a clean slate, noting Britain’s provinces have benefited while American fishermen have lost since the treaty’s signing.
The speaker urges returning to the previous terms and warns against Britain’s blandishments while advocating to grant fishermen access again. The rebuke frames a political contest over reclaiming a prized prize, suggesting a test case for national bargaining and maritime interests.
The weekly New York letter by Joe Howard Jr will be published in Boston Workery Grower and appear exclusively in The Grose. Howard is described as the most popular correspondent in the United States with many admirers in New England, promising to boost the publication's popularity.
The Calico Ripple notes a coming craze for calico dresses at summer society events on Independence Day. It argues calico is affordable, stylish, and supports employment by boosting textile demand. Also praises Hon Hannibal Hamlin, ex Senator Bruce, and a Pennsylvania schoolboy who wed a classmate. the bride’s fortune is $150,000.
A New York Morse car becomes a rolling strawberry patch when a bag of fruit bursts open during a warm trip. Passengers dodge juice and berries as the car proceeds uptown. the owner exits hurriedly, while the conductor orders quick cleanup and continues the service.
A Portland Oregonian item tells of a river voyage near Ross Island where a party spotted a beer keg drifting. They maneuvered to haul it aboard but discovered the keg was anchored, leaving the crew disappointed as their plan to sell the beer collapsed.
The piece cites men who chase lively, pretty partners at outings while ignoring steadier virtues. It condemns marrying the socialite or heiress despite flaws, blaming women for men’s folly as in the saying it echoes.
A vignette features Zeb and a colored friend discussing a mule bought on credit. The mule is so poor he cannot be fed, and the speaker jokes about opening its eyes with a banknote. The mule faces two masters, leaving its stomach lonely as it wonders who is responsible.
Large Plymouth Church audience as Beecher debates design in evolution and religion. He argues matter and divine mind are intertwined, rejects atheism, asserts God’s ongoing providence, and that natural laws enable a human-providence through science without denying faith in a personal, guiding God.
A Rochester Post Express item notes railroads struggle to cover a ten percent dividend with fare cuts. A dialogue questions one cent per mile travel, and an answer suggests losses offset by the sleeping-car porter sharing profits with the company.
Concord philosophers plan the year’s talk on The Ewig Weibliche while railroads announce excursion rates to handle expected crowds, and Burlington Free Press notes a theme of low-cost access to events for attendees.
The San Franciscan reports from the Farmer's Gazette that peach and plum crops are unusually backward this season, with notes of hardship for undertakers and related trades due to poor harvest prospects.
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